Upgrade your front door in seconds with Lidl's £8 buy – it adds instant bursts of colour & lasts all summer
A BUDGET buy can instantly level up your outdoor space this summer.
Lidl shoppers can elevate their garden with a splash of colour that lasts until autumn.
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Placing this middle aisle buy by your front door can elevate the look of your home.
The shop's Large Hanging Planters are available for just £7.99 from Thursday, June 12.
They include a wide variety of flowers, including Sutera, Lobelia, Calibrachoa, Petunia, and Verbena.
And if these plants aren't enough to brighten up your space, you can also choose from a variety of colour options for the basket.
Shoppers can opt for purple, pink, red, purple, or white baskets.
The pot itself is fully UV resistant, making it perfect for placing outdoors all summer long.
These hanging baskets measure around 29 centimetres to 35 centimetres.
As well as adding a splash of colour to your space, they can also help level up your garden's privacy.
According to the experts at Monrovia, you can use staggered hanging planters to create a natural separation from the outside world.
Placing the baskets at different levels can provide a more natural barrier for your outdoor space.
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"It creates the sense of separation without shouting 'keep out,'" the pros explained.
They also highlighted the importance of taking care of your planters, recommending regular watering in hot weather.
Or you can opt for a more classic privacy product to shield your garden from public view.
Amazon also has a £14 privacy buy that is described as "perfect" for summer.
Another privacy fence is also available from Amazon, for just £5.
How to create privacy in your garden
CREATING privacy in your garden can be achieved in a number of ways depending on your budget, and the size of your space. Here are some effective ways to enhance privacy in your garden:
1. Fencing
Install a tall, solid wooden or vinyl fence. This is one of the most straightforward ways to gain immediate privacy. Or use lattice panels, trellis, or slatted fencing to add a decorative touch while still offering privacy.
2. Hedges and Plants
Fast-growing evergreen shrubs or trees like Leylandii, Thuja, or Bamboo along the boundary of your garden can help with privacy. Grow a dense hedge using plants like Boxwood, Privet, or Laurel. It may take time to grow, but it provides a natural and green privacy screen. Use climbers like Ivy, Clematis, or Wisteria on fences or trellises to create a lush, green privacy barrier.
3. Outdoor Curtains
Hang outdoor curtains around pergolas, gazebos, or patios for an easy-to-adjust privacy solution.
4. Sound Barriers
A water fountain or small waterfall can help drown out noise, adding to the sense of privacy. Or install fencing designed to reduce noise if privacy from sound is also a concern.
B&Q has an affordable privacy fence currently on sale, and you can put it up yourself.
And a £10 B&M product adds inches to your fence, elevating your garden's privacy.
You can also add a stylish touch to your privacy fence with another B&M buy.
A £3 buy from B&M is can also help to add privacy to your garden this summer.
And its not just fences that can help give you privacy in your garden, one B&M item can help shield you from nosy neighbours and the sun.
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